Kunozan Toshogu Shrine: A Mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu

Discover Kunozan Toshogu Shrine: Tokugawa Ieyasu's original mausoleum, featuring stunning architecture and panoramic views of Suruga Bay.

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Kunozan Toshogu Shrine in Shizuoka is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the shogun who unified Japan and founded the Edo period. The shrine is the original burial site of Ieyasu and is known for its vibrant red buildings, intricate carvings, and historical significance. Visitors can reach the shrine by climbing over 1,000 stone steps or via the Nihondaira Ropeway.

A brief summary to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

389 Negoya, Shizuoka, Negoya, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka, 422-8011, JP
+8154-237-2438
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Monday 9 am-5 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
Thursday 9 am-5 pm
Friday 9 am-5 pm
Saturday 9 am-5 pm
Sunday 9 am-5 pm

Local tips

Consider taking the Nihondaira Ropeway for an easier ascent to the shrine and enjoy scenic views.
Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to climb the 1,159 stone steps to the shrine.
Visit the Kunozan Toshogu Museum to see personal belongings and artifacts of Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure clear views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay.

Getting There

Public Transport

From Shizuoka Station, take the Shizutetsu Justline bus to Nihondaira Ropeway (approx. 50 minutes, 710 yen). From there, take the Nihondaira Ropeway to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine (5 minutes). The ropeway costs 700 yen one way, or 1250 yen for a round trip.
Taxi

From Shizuoka Station, a taxi to Nihondaira Ropeway takes approximately 30 minutes and costs around 4,200 yen. From there, take the Nihondaira Ropeway to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine (5 minutes). The ropeway costs 700 yen one way, or 1250 yen for a round trip.
Walking

From Kunozan-shita bus stop, ascend the 1,159 stone steps to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine (approx. 20 minutes). There are private car parking areas near the base of the mountain, but they may not be free.

Discover more about Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

Kunozan Toshogu Shrine, nestled in Shizuoka City, is a significant historical and cultural site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period. Ieyasu, who spent his final years in nearby Sumpu Castle, decreed that he should be buried on Mount Kuno. After his death in 1616, his successor, Tokugawa Hidetada, ordered the construction of the Kunozan Toshogu Shrine to enshrine him. The shrine is the first of the Toshogu shrines in Japan and served as a model for later shrines, including the famous Nikko Toshogu. The main approach to Kunozan Toshogu involves climbing over 1,000 stone steps that zig-zag up the mountainside, offering impressive views of Suruga Bay. Alternatively, visitors can take the Nihondaira Ropeway from the Nihondaira plateau to the north. The shrine complex features bright red buildings adorned with gold accents, intricate carvings, and paintings. Key structures include the Romon Gate, Haiden (worship hall), Honden (main hall), and Ieyasu's tomb deeper in the woods. The Kunozan Toshogu Museum displays Ieyasu's personal belongings, such as swords, armor, and hanging scrolls. The main shrine building was designated a National Treasure in 2010. Kunozan is considered a special place from a Feng Shui perspective, characterized by its unique topography. Kunozan Toshogu is not only a historical landmark but also a place of natural beauty, with views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay. Whether climbing the stone steps or riding the ropeway, a visit to Kunozan Toshogu offers a glimpse into Japan's rich history and cultural heritage.

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Kunozan Toshogu Shrine: A Mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu

A brief summary to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

Local tips

Getting There

Public Transport

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Walking

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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Kunouzan Station

Sabo Yume Terrace

Suruga Bay Ferry

SURUGA Marketing & Tourism Bureau

Shizuoka Station

Suruga Bay

Lover’s Cape Gold Bell

Odoi Beach

Toi Beach

Cape Ose

Toi Gold Mine

Okuōikojō Station

Tea Museum, Shizuoka

Obuchi Sasaba

Izu Buntei

Unmissable attractions to see

Kunōzan Tōshōgū

Kunōzan Tōshōgū Museum

Nihondaira Ropeway

Nihondaira

Nihondaira Station

Nihondaira Yume Terrace

Ryugenji

Museum of Natural and Environmental History, Shizuoka

Nihondaira Zoo outlook Square

Nihondaira Zoo

Ryūgeji

Shizuoka Prefectural Museum of Art

Former Mackenzie Residence

Catholic Shimizu Church

Toro Park

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Sawayaka Shizuoka Ikeda

Unno

Menya Clear Main Branch

Maharaja dining

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Katsumasa Takamatsu

Restaurant Suruga

Lime-ken

Namaste Nippon

Ishigami

Shimizuko Minami

SPICY COLOMBO

UMIBOUZU Main Store

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